South Region

Anti-Bullying Awareness

Since February is Anti-Bullying Awareness month, we were invited to make a presentation about bullying to a group of parents at Bridges at Highland Elementary School. As an incentive for participating during the presentation, each parent received a PBSO color-changing cup for parents to use as a “talking piece” with their children regarding bullying. The parents were appreciative of the community outreach effort and we couldn’t be happier to answer their questions.

Boca Jewish Center: PBSO Recognized

The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office was honored to attend The Boca Jewish Center's 5th Annual Journal and Gala Dinner last night, Feb 7th.The gala dinner and tribute journal is a an opportunity to show support for the honorees, friends and  families at Boca Jewish Center.  We were recognized for our continuing efforts in keeping the community safe. Thanks for the recognition!

Thanksgiving kindness

On 11/21/2018 deputies responded to Lake Worth Rd and S Military Trail (in the IHOP plaza ) in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Deputies made contact with the owner of the vehicle who advised she had broken down and was making arrangements to move the vehicle. The following day (Thanksgiving ) Deputies noticed the vehicle remained in the same position. In making contact once more with the owner of the vehicle, deputies learned the female had been homeless, living out...

Deputy-Involved Shooting at Forest Hill and Military

PBSO is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that occurred at Forest Hill Blvd and Military Trail, on the southwest side. The deputy received minor injuries and is currently being treated. The subject was taken to a local hospital to be treated for a gunshot wound. This is the press conference from Sheriff Ric Bradshaw regarding this incident.

Human Trafficking Suspects in Custody

  In August 2018, the Human Trafficking Task Force began an investigation into Human Trafficking activity which focused on two suspects, Keto Postemus and Aaron Martinez. On 10/11/18, HTTF executed a residential search warrant in the 2000 block of SW 12th Court, in the City of Delray Beach, to collect evidence in support of the human trafficking investigation. Several digital devices were seized from the residence and placed into PBSO evidence for further extraction and review. Based on the evidence seized...